Bill Simmons Makes Big Prediction About Potential Jimmy Butler Trade

The Miami Heat are still holding strong in the playoff race.

However, right now, they don’t look like the perennial dark horse title contender they’ve been in the past.

With that in mind, and given his contract situation, there has been plenty of speculation regarding Jimmy Butler’s future in Miami.

Regarding a potential trade, NBA insider Bill Simmons not only assured that it would happen but also claimed that it would happen soon, via Legion Hoops.

Bill Simmons on a potential Jimmy Butler trade:

“This is happening soon.” pic.twitter.com/hD8ibGUo7G

— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) December 21, 2024

Miami’s decision not to sign Butler to a contract extension made it seem as if the organization was ready to move on from the 35-year-old.

In addition, he’s pretty banged up over the past couple of years, and he’s not getting any younger.

Butler is averaging 18.5 points per game this season and he’s still one of the best defensive wings in the game.

He’s also shown what he’s capable of when the playoffs come.

He can become a free agent this coming offseason, all but forcing Pat Riley’s hand to make a deal.

Teams like the Golden State Warriors and Phoenix Suns reportedly have been in the mix as potential destinations for Butler.

Though nothing seems imminent, it will be interesting to see what kind of return the Heat will demand in a trade for their franchise player.

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